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Modelling Projects / Re: Mikro Mir Soviet WWII Submarine Class SHCH Series V-bis-2 1/350th
« on: November 30, 2017, 09:03:35 PM »
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Modelling Projects / Re: Mikro Mir Soviet WWII Submarine Class SHCH Series V-bis-2 1/350th
« on: November 30, 2017, 09:01:35 PM »
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Modelling Projects / Re: Mikro Mir Soviet WWII Submarine Class SHCH Series V-bis-2 1/350th
« on: November 30, 2017, 08:58:36 PM »
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Modelling Projects / Mikro Mir Soviet WWII Submarine Class SHCH Series V-bis-2 1/350th
« on: November 30, 2017, 08:55:35 PM »
Hi All,
Well whilst I was on with the Mirage Type IXc Submarine, I also began in the background this model.
Pen Pusher kindly gave me this model to build, as it had a bit more etch to practice on compared to the Mirage offering.
The model generally is well moulded in pale grey plastic of a short run nature and some detail is a little soft, however the etch is really good and fine and includes a full deck as well as railings, ariel's, cable cutters, antenna's.
On this build I have placed some plasticine and lead weights inside the hull to give a sense of weight to the model. Also I created a base from some of the parts provided, and some scratchbuilt supports.
Anyway a few pictures follow of the model so far from start to finish.
Cheers,
Bigkev
Well whilst I was on with the Mirage Type IXc Submarine, I also began in the background this model.
Pen Pusher kindly gave me this model to build, as it had a bit more etch to practice on compared to the Mirage offering.
The model generally is well moulded in pale grey plastic of a short run nature and some detail is a little soft, however the etch is really good and fine and includes a full deck as well as railings, ariel's, cable cutters, antenna's.
On this build I have placed some plasticine and lead weights inside the hull to give a sense of weight to the model. Also I created a base from some of the parts provided, and some scratchbuilt supports.
Anyway a few pictures follow of the model so far from start to finish.
Cheers,
Bigkev
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Modelling Projects / Re: V Weapons
« on: November 30, 2017, 08:33:26 PM »
Hi Zak,
An ex-chemistry teacher has come up trumps.
I'm going to save that post as a reference point, for anything of German origin dealing with experimental rocket engines.
You are the Stoffer of Stof's!!
Cheers,
Bigkev
An ex-chemistry teacher has come up trumps.
I'm going to save that post as a reference point, for anything of German origin dealing with experimental rocket engines.
You are the Stoffer of Stof's!!
Cheers,
Bigkev
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General Discussion / Re: Riga air museum
« on: November 29, 2017, 08:55:34 PM »
Hi Msea,
Welcome back.
Do they know you were really '008' in disguise and on a secret mission?
Anyway, some very nice pictures of several interesting aircraft in various states of disrepair/preservation.
Think we might make an aircraft modeller of you yet............................
Cheers,
Bigkev
Welcome back.
Do they know you were really '008' in disguise and on a secret mission?
Anyway, some very nice pictures of several interesting aircraft in various states of disrepair/preservation.
Think we might make an aircraft modeller of you yet............................
Cheers,
Bigkev
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Modelling Projects / Re: Mirage Hobby U-176 Type IXC (Sturm II) Submarine 1/350
« on: November 28, 2017, 08:02:56 AM »
Hi All,
A little more progress on the painting stage.
The railings have been painted to match the deck and then given a coat of Kleer to match finish.
Noticed during all my handling getting the deck rails on that I rubbed off a lot of the weathering I had applied. so this has now been reinstated. It will be further 'toned down' once it has dried a little bit, in places it is a touch too heavy for my liking.
It all looks very shiny at moment due to the Kleer, but hopefully all will be toned down with a coat of matt varnish near the end.
Some pictures follow of the weathering redone on the sides,
Cheers,
Bigkev
A little more progress on the painting stage.
The railings have been painted to match the deck and then given a coat of Kleer to match finish.
Noticed during all my handling getting the deck rails on that I rubbed off a lot of the weathering I had applied. so this has now been reinstated. It will be further 'toned down' once it has dried a little bit, in places it is a touch too heavy for my liking.
It all looks very shiny at moment due to the Kleer, but hopefully all will be toned down with a coat of matt varnish near the end.
Some pictures follow of the weathering redone on the sides,
Cheers,
Bigkev
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Modelling Projects / Re: Airfix Defiant in 1/72
« on: November 25, 2017, 08:23:09 PM »
Hi Pen Pusher,
Nice to see this one built.
It looks good, so well done.
What's next??
Bigkev
Nice to see this one built.
It looks good, so well done.
What's next??
Bigkev
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Modelling Projects / Re: Airfix B17G
« on: November 25, 2017, 08:21:45 PM »
Hi Roger,
Looks very good so far.
I use a similar process, but I make 'post-it' type notes from paper and Tamiya tape.
Works just the same as your method, but helps to prevent overspray by being a little larger and therefore the spraying needs to be less accurate, a benefit in my case.
Also I pre-stick the Tamiya tape on the back of my hand or forehead to reduce the 'tackiness' of the tape prior to applying to the subject.
Keep at it R, it looks great so far.
Cheers,
Bigkev
Looks very good so far.
I use a similar process, but I make 'post-it' type notes from paper and Tamiya tape.
Works just the same as your method, but helps to prevent overspray by being a little larger and therefore the spraying needs to be less accurate, a benefit in my case.
Also I pre-stick the Tamiya tape on the back of my hand or forehead to reduce the 'tackiness' of the tape prior to applying to the subject.
Keep at it R, it looks great so far.
Cheers,
Bigkev
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Modelling Projects / Re: Any guesses?
« on: November 25, 2017, 08:16:53 PM »
Mmmmmn.......... Bridlufc,
Now that's a bit of a conundrum.
I need a nights sleep to think it through, but it is difficult for me so far..........
You little devil, you............
Bigkev
Now that's a bit of a conundrum.
I need a nights sleep to think it through, but it is difficult for me so far..........
You little devil, you............
Bigkev
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Modelling Projects / Re: Mirage Hobby U-176 Type IXC (Sturm II) Submarine 1/350
« on: November 25, 2017, 08:14:40 PM »
Hi Msea,
Thanks for the compliment.
Not sure good enough for SMW, but maybe will spur me onto to make something again for SMW 2018 in this category.
Will post some more pictures as build continues
Cheers,
Bigkev
Thanks for the compliment.
Not sure good enough for SMW, but maybe will spur me onto to make something again for SMW 2018 in this category.
Will post some more pictures as build continues
Cheers,
Bigkev
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Modelling Projects / Re: V Weapons
« on: November 25, 2017, 08:11:54 PM »
Hi Zak,
They will be very impressive once completed.
I know they will be an extremely focal diorama.
Well done,
Cheers,
Bigkev
They will be very impressive once completed.
I know they will be an extremely focal diorama.
Well done,
Cheers,
Bigkev
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Modelling Projects / Re: Another of my Dads ships
« on: November 25, 2017, 08:08:08 PM »
Hi Msea,
I knew you had put that in to fool me (Actually I didn't)
Glad my guess was on target, at least I have SOME appreciation of trawlers and how they operated.
Looking forward to seeing the finished article.
Cheers,
Bigkev
I knew you had put that in to fool me (Actually I didn't)
Glad my guess was on target, at least I have SOME appreciation of trawlers and how they operated.
Looking forward to seeing the finished article.
Cheers,
Bigkev
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Modelling Projects / Re: Shipyard
« on: November 25, 2017, 08:05:39 PM »
Hi Oli,
Look forward to seeing this one as it progresses.
Nice work so far.
Cheers,
Bigkev
Look forward to seeing this one as it progresses.
Nice work so far.
Cheers,
Bigkev
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Modelling Projects / Re: Mirage Hobby U-176 Type IXC (Sturm II) Submarine 1/350
« on: November 24, 2017, 07:56:44 PM »
Hi All,
Thanks for your kind words and encouragement.
Tonight I had a go at the other side, and like Haddock points out it didn't fill me with as much trepidation. Still need to refine my glue type and application, but things went smoother tonight in less than half the time before.
Once attached I have dry run placed in situ the conning tower, deck and small guns, and periscopes.
Can see a problem with small guns as they are too close to the railings and periscope and could not actually be used in real life. I think a little juggling will be necessary to give a better sit/look.
Now need to touch in all the paint work around railings, the railings themselves, and a little additional weathering at the post bases.
Some pictures of it so far,
Cheers,
Bigkev
Thanks for your kind words and encouragement.
Tonight I had a go at the other side, and like Haddock points out it didn't fill me with as much trepidation. Still need to refine my glue type and application, but things went smoother tonight in less than half the time before.
Once attached I have dry run placed in situ the conning tower, deck and small guns, and periscopes.
Can see a problem with small guns as they are too close to the railings and periscope and could not actually be used in real life. I think a little juggling will be necessary to give a better sit/look.
Now need to touch in all the paint work around railings, the railings themselves, and a little additional weathering at the post bases.
Some pictures of it so far,
Cheers,
Bigkev